Ridley Handbook 2016

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1 World-Class Theological Education Ridley Handbook 2016 CRICOS Provider Code: 02650E current as of 1/12/2015 Ridley College ACN ABN The Avenue Parkville VIC 3052 Australia phone info@ridley.edu.au website

2 mission statement Equipping and forming men and women for God s mission in a rapidly changing and increasingly complex world. vision statement To be a leading centre of mission and ministry training delivered in supportive communities through flexible study modes. theological framework Ridley College is committed to academically rigorous theological training in the Anglican, Reformed Evangelical tradition that engages seriously with contemporary culture.

3 Contents Welcome The Ridley experience Faculty Adjunct and visiting lecturers Learning pathways Courses on offer Diploma courses Associate Degree of Theology Bachelor of Christian Studies Bachelor of Ministry Bachelor of Theology Graduate Certificate of Divinity Graduate Diploma of Divinity Master of Ministry Master of Divinity Ridley Online Ridley Logos Library units Cross-institutional studies` Learning communities Missional leadership Anglican Institute Global mission Marketplace ministry Postgraduate study Applying and unit enrolment Fees Ridley life calendar Contacts R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

4 R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Welcome Jesus Christ believed that a person does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God. At Ridley we aim to give you a good feed from God s word. The serious study of the Bible is a great investment. The goal of such study is to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus, to have our minds renewed and our behaviour transformed. It is to be equipped for the good works that God has planned for each of us. In preparing you for serving God in the future, Ridley is committed to providing effective training in a supportive Christian community. We are seeking to make our training as accessible as possible and to reach an increasingly diverse student body. It is a great pleasure to welcome you to Ridley College. Ridley is an exciting place of change and growth, and it is our prayer that you would change and grow this year. We look forward to your involvement with us. Rev Dr Brian Rosner Principal

5 The Ridley experience Ridley College welcomes students from many different backgrounds and traditions. Our aim is to provide appropriate training and encouragement in Christian living and to help equip people for future service of God in the church and in the world. We provide specialist training for people preparing for full-time ministry of the Word, for ordained ministry, lay leadership in local churches, professionals thinking through a Christian worldview on the issues raised by their careers, for workplace, school, prison and hospital chaplains, future bible and theological college teachers, and in-service training for clergy and lay ministers. The Ridley experience combines a firm grasp of the content and meaning of the Scriptures, a comprehensive understanding of theology throughout church history, and practical on-theground training for our changing world. Our College provides this training and experience through a number of modes. Our on campus students gather as a community where learn, pray, study, worship, hear God s Word together, and care for each other. Online students experience learning differently, but still benefit from their online cohort, and are given opportunities to grow in their own local context. Ridley is an evangelical college that promotes a Christ-centered, bible-based Christianity. Our denominational heritage in Anglicanism shapes our culture and worship, while welcoming people from a diverse range of denominational backgrounds and embracing the richness of various evangelical traditions. The Ridley experience is about providing you with teaching and training from gifted theologians and ministry practitioners. Ridley College (cricos provider: 02650E) is an affiliated institution with the Australian College of Theology, which is a national consortium of Australasian Bible and Theological colleges. For more information about the ACT, visit their website at R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

6 Faculty R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Ridley is blessed in the calibre of its faculty. As professional educators they are continually updating their teaching skills, and make a priority of caring for the wellbeing of the student body. This significantly enhances the quality of education we can offer our students. Rev Dr Brian Rosner Principal teaching areas: New Testament, Ethics BA (Hons),ThM, PhD; formerly Senior Lecturer in New Testament and Ethics at Moore College, Lecturer in New Testament at University of Aberdeen, Scotland. Rev Dr Tim Foster Vice Principal teaching areas: Ministry Skills DipA, DipMin, BTh, MM, DMin; formerly served in variety of suburban and urban parishes in Sydney as youth minister, curate and vicar. Rev Dr Lindsay Wilson Academic Dean teaching areas: Old Testament BTh, DipA, MTh, PhD; formerly in parish ministry in Campbelltown. Rev Charlie Fletcher Dean, Global Mission teaching area: Mission, Old Testament BTh, MTh; formerly with the Church Missionary Society in student ministry with IFES in Mexico; also currenlty serves as Senior Missiologist for CMS-Australia and Regional Director for the Lausanne Movement in the South Pacific. Rev Jill Firth teaching area: Biblical Hebrew, Old Testament BA, MDiv, GDBM, GradDip, MA, GradDipIgSpir, PhD candidate Rev Len Firth teaching area: Bible and theology for students of non-english speaking backgrounds ThL, MDiv; formerly Archdeacon for Multicultural Ministry ADoM and Principal at St Andrew s Hall, CMS; currently ministering at St Augustine s Moreland. Rev Dr Rhys Bezzant Dean, Missional Leadership teaching areas: Church History, Theology, Worship BTh, BA (Hons), MA, MTh, ThD; has worked for AFES at the University of Melbourne, ministry at St John s Heidelberg and St Jude s Carlton, and mission leader to Austria. Dr Michael Bird Postgraduate Research Coordinator teaching areas: Theology, New Testament BMin, BA (Hons), PhD; formerly taught at Brisbane School of Theology and Highland Theological College. Rev Dr Scott Harrower teaching area: Church History, Theology, Philosophy of Religion, Ethics BHSc, DipSp, MDiv, GDBM, MTh, PhD; former research assistant at Trinity International University, Illinois and parish minister in Melbourne and the USA. Mr Andrew Laird Dean, Marketplace Institute teaching areas: marketplace ministry. BMedia, MDiv, Life@Work & Prayer Team director, City Bible Forum, Melbourne. Completing an MTh on Missional Ethics at SMBC.

7 ... Faculty Dr Andrew Malone Dean, Ridley Online teaching areas: Old and New Testaments, Greek BTh, BMin, MDiv, ThD; former teaching experience with the University of Melbourne, Church Missionary Society and Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students. Rev Anthea McCall Dean of Students teaching areas: Greek, New Testament BTh, DipMin, MA(Theol); former staffworker with Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students and was on the ministry team at St Hilarys Anglican Church, Kew. Rev Graham Stanton Coordinator, In-Context Learning teaching area: Spiritual Formation, Field Education, Youth Ministry BEc, BTh, DipMin, DipA, MEd, MTh; formerly Principal of Youthworks College in Sydney. Canon Richard Trist Dean, Anglican Institute teaching areas: Field Education, Ministry BSc(Ed), BTh, DipMin, GradCertProfSup; formerly a school teacher, parish minister at St John s Cranbourne, St Hilary s Kew, All Souls Langham Place UK, St Mark s Camberwell and Training Officer for EFAC Victoria. R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

8 R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Adjunct and visiting lecturers Our adjunct and visiting lecturers support the faculty by bringing specialist skills and experience to our programs. ADJUNCT LECTURERS Dr Andy Abernethy teaching area: Old Testament BA, MDiv, PhD VISITING LECTURERS Ms Kaye Chalwell teaching area: Children s Ministry PhD candidate, BEd Rev Dr Graham Cole teaching area: Theology BA, ThL, DipA, BD, MTh, ThD Dr Denise Cooper-Clarke teaching area: Ethics BTh, MA, MBBS, PhD Mr Ken Morgan teaching area: Church Planting CertIV Train/Assess, MBus (HR/IR), Dip Min Rev Barry McGrath teaching area: Pastoral Care BA, DipEd, BTh, DipMin, DipArts Dr Moyra Dale teaching area: Missiology Cert IV TESOL, DipBM, BA, PhD Rev Dr Wei-Han Kuan teaching area: Theology MDiv, ThD Rev Dr Andrew Reid teaching areas: Old Testament and Biblical Interpretation ThL, BDiv, DipAncDocStuds, MA, ThD

9 Learning Pathways Equipping you for ministry and mission in tomorrow s world. Ridley College has learning pathways to better equip students for the challenges of contemporary ministry. The basic structure of each degree is found below. The following pages detail the learning pathways for each degree, as course requirements differ. Degree Structure Three-year degrees involve 24 subjects (units): >> Foundational Old Testament (2) >> Foundational New Testament (2) >> Biblical Language (2)* >> Biblical Exegesis (4)** >> Theology (4) >> Church History (2) >> Intro to Personal Evangelism (0.5) >> Ministry Foundations (0.5) >> Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR Gospel, Church & Australian Society (1) > BMin/MMin students take a further 8 elective units > BTh students take a further 4 elective units > MDiv students take a further 6 elective units > MMin and MDiv students must include capstone experience or research project in their elective units > All Ridley Online students complete Guided Spiritual Formation A-D PC449/649a-d (4) as part of their elective units *BTh & MDiv students only **BTh students must take an additional two exegesis units & MDiv students must take at least 2 units in original language Diploma Structure One-year diploma involves 8 subjects (units): >> Foundational Old Testament (2) >> Foundational New Testament (2) >> Christian Thought unit Students take three additional units elective units. Electives This is a list of all electives; they are not all necessarily offered every year. MINISTRY > Chaplaincy in Educational Settings > Chaplaincy Skills > Church Planting > Christian Worship > Congregational Field Education > Foundations of Pastoral Care > Foundations for Youth Ministry > Gospel, Church & Australian Culture > Introduction to Children s Ministry > Issues in Children s Ministry > Introductory Preaching > Living Faiths > Mentoring and the Pastoral Care of Workers > Ministry to non-church Youth > Ministry in a Culturally Diverse Context > Mission Perspectives > Pastoral Care Field Education > Pastoral Skills and Methods > Principles of Leadership & Management > The Bible in Mission > Youth: Context, Development & Learning > Youth in the Churches CHRISTIAN THOUGHT > Apologetics > Biblical Theology of Work > European Reformations in Context (Study Tour_ > History of Evangelicalism > Introduction to Christian Ethics > Introduction to Workplace Ministry > Reformation Church History > Theological Ethics BIBLICAL STUDIES > Hebrew A & B > Old Testament exegesis > New Testament exegesis > Israel Study Tour > Greece & Turkey Study Tour R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

10 R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Diploma of Theology [pathway two] 8 units Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible (32 cps) Foundation 5 units (20 cps) CH305 Early Church History OT301 OT Foundations OT302 OT Prophets & Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early NT Church Elective 3 units (12 cps) minimun 1 unit (4cps) minimun 1 unit (4cps) Diploma of Ministry [pathway two] 8 units Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible (32 cps) Foundation 5 units (20 cps) CH305 Early Church History OT301 OT Foundations OT302 OT Prophets & Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early NT Church Elective 3 units (12 cps) minimun 2 units (8cps) Ridley recommended elective: RYM31 Intro to Evangelism (0.5) RYM32 Ministry Foundations (0.5) Ridley Online elective: Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) Bachelor of Theology 24 units Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible (96 cps) Foundation 8 units (32 cps) RYM31 Intro to Evangelism (0.5) RYM32 Ministry Foundations (0.5) Ridley Online: Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) CH305 Early Church History LA004A & LAOO4B Greek OT301 OT Foundations OT302 OT Prophets & Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early NT Church Advanced 12 units EM418 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR TH401 The Knowledge of God TH402 God & Christ OT Exegesis (3) NT Exegesis (3) (48 cps) EM430/630 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture TH403 Grace & Eschatology TH404 Church, Ministry & Sacraments CH424 Reformation Church History OR CH425 History of Evangelicalism Electives 4 units (16 cps) Minimum 1 units (4cps) Minimum 1 units (4cps) Minimum 1 units (4cps) LA003A Hebrew LA003B Hebrew Bachelor of Ministry 24 units Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible (96 cps) Foundation 6 units (24 cps) RYM31 Intro to Evangelism (0.5) RYM32 Ministry Foundations (0.5) Ridley Online: Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) CH305 Early Church History OT301 OT Foundations OT302 OT Prophets & Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early NT Church Advanced 10 units (40 cps) EM418 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR EM430/630 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture TH401 The Knowledge of God TH402 God & Christ TH403 Grace & Eschatology TH404 Church, Ministry & Sacraments CH424 Reformation Church History OR CH425 History of Evangelicalism OT Exegesis (English) (2) NT Exegesis (English) (2) Electives 8 units (32cps) Minimum 4 units (16 cps) (minimum of 4cps in at least two fields) Minimum 1 unit (4 cps) Minimum 1 units (4cps)

11 Graduate Diploma of Divinity 8 units Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible (32 cps) Foundation 5 units (20 cps) TH505 Foundational Christian Beliefs OR CH505 Early Church History OT501 OT Foundations OT502 OT Prophets & Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early NT Church Elective 3 units (12 cps) Ridley recommended oncampus elective: RYM51 Intro to Evangelism (0.5) RYM52 Ministry Foundations (0.5) Ridley Online recommended elective: Guided Spiritual Formation PC649D a - d (4cps) Master of Divinity 24 units Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible (96 cps) Foundation 8 units 32 cps RYM51 Intro to Evangelism (0.5) RYM52 Ministry Foundations (0.5) Ridley Online: Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) CH505 Early Church History LA004A & LAOO4B Greek OT501 OT Foundations OT502 OT Prophets & Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early NT Church Advanced 10 units 40 cps EM618 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR EM630 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture TH601 The Knowledge of God TH602 God & Christ TH603 Grace & Eschatology TH604 Church, Ministry & Sacraments CH624 Reformation Church History OR CH625 History of Evangelicalism OT Exegesis (2) NT Exegesis (2) *At least 2 units in original lang. Electives 6 units 24cps Minimum 2 units (8cps) Maximum 4 units (16 cps) Minimum 1 unit (4 cps) Maximum 3 units (12 cps) Maximum 3 units (12 cps) LA003A/LA003B Hebrew Biblical Exegesis (2) PLEASE NOTE: one unit in the degree must be taken as a capstone experience or a project: please speak to the Registrar about this after your foundational units have been completed. Master of Ministry * 24 units Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible (96 cps) Foundation 6 units 24 cps RYM51 Intro to Evangelism (0.5) RYM52 Ministry Foundations (0.5) Ridley Online: Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) CH505 Early Church History OT501 OT Foundations OT502 OT Prophets & Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early NT Church Advanced 10 units 40 cps Electives 8 units 32cps EM618 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR EM630 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture TH601 The Knowledge of God TH602 God & Christ TH603 Grace & Eschatology TH604 Church, Ministry & Sacraments CH624 Reformation Church History OR CH625 History of Evangelicalism OT Exegesis (2) NT Exegesis (2) Minimum 4 units (16cps) Minimum 2 unit (8 cps) Maximum 2 units (8cps) PLEASE NOTE: one unit in the degree must be taken as a capstone experience or a project: please speak to the Registrar about this after your foundational units have been completed. * to be approved R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

12 Diocese of Melbourne Ordinand Learning Pathways BTh/BMin (double degree) or MDiv/GradDipDiv (without Hebrew) R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K units (128 cps) First Year Second Year Third Year Fourth Year Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible Non-award Ordination Requirements RYM31/51 Intro to Personal Evangelism CH305/505 Early Church History LA004A Greek (0.5) LAOO4B Greek RYM32/52 Ministry Foundations (0.5) OT301/501 OT Foundations Ministry elective (BMin only) OT302/502 OT Prophets & Writings NT301/501 Jesus and the Gospels NT302/502 Early NT Church PC315/515 Christian Worship PC447/647 Introductory Preaching TH401/601 The Knowledge of God TH402/602 God & Christ CH424/624 Reformation Church History Gospel (Eng or Gk) Epistle (Eng or Gk) OT Exegesis (Eng) PC402/602 Foundations of Pastoral Care TH403/603 Grace & Eschatology NT Exegesis (Gk) EM418/618 Ministry in a Culturally TH404/604 Church, Ministry & OT Exegesis (Eng) Diverse Context Sacraments PC442/642 Congregational Field Ed RYC42/62 Anglican Identity Clinical Pastoral Education OR Integrated PE301/501 Introduction to NT Exegesis (Gk) Chaplaincy Training Christian Ethics OT Exegesis (Eng) PC445/645 Leadership and Management EM630 Gospel, Church & Aust Culture Interpersonal and Communication Skills. Major Placement. Chapel Team & LMG Field Education. Preaching Workshop. Power and Trust Seminars. Major Placement. Chapel Team & LMG Preaching Workshop Minor Placement Chapel Team & LMG PLEASE NOTE: all graduate students must complete a capstone experience or a project: please speak to the Registrar about this after your foundational units have been completed. BTh/BMin (double degree) or MDiv/GradDipDiv (with Hebrew) 32 units 128 cps Ministry & Practice Christian Thought Bible Non-award Ordination Requirements First Year RYM31/51 Intro to Personal Evangelism (0.5) RYM32/52 Ministry Foundations (0.5) CH305/505 Early Church History Second Year PC447/647 Introductory Preaching TH401/601 The Knowledge of God TH402/602 God & Christ CH424/624 Reformation Church History LA004A Greek LAOO4B Greek OT301/501 OT Foundations OT302/502 From Israel to Judea NT301/501 Jesus and the Gospels NT302/502 Early NT Church LA003A Hebrew LA003B Hebrew OT Exegesis (Heb) Gospel OR Epistle (Gk) Interpersonal and Communication Skills. Major Placement. Chapel Team & LMG. Third Year PC402/602 Foundations of Pastoral Care EM418/618 Ministry in a Culturally Diverse Context PC315/515 Christian Worship RYC42/62 Anglican Identity TH403/603 Grace and Eschatology TH404/604 Church, Ministry & Sac ments OT Exegesis (Heb) Gospel OR Epistle (Gk) Field Education. Preaching Workshop. Power and Trust Seminars. Major Placement. Chapel Team & LMG. Fourth Year Clinical Pastoral Education OR Integrated Chaplaincy Training EM430/630 Gospel, Church & Aust Culture PC445/645 Leadership and Management PC442/642 Congregational Field Education PE301/501 Introduction to Christian Ethics OT Exegesis (Heb) or NT Exegesis (Gk) Preaching Workshop. Minor Placement. Chapel Team & LMG. PLEASE NOTE: all graduate students must complete a capstone experience or a project: please speak to the Registrar about this after your foundational units have been completed.

13 Courses on offer Undergraduate qualifications Diploma of Ministry or Theology (DipMin pathway 1; DipMin & DipTh, pathway 2) Advanced Diploma of Ministry or Theology (AdvDipMin) Associate Degree of Theology (AssDegTh) Bachelor of Christian Studies (BCS) Bachelor of Ministry (BMin) Bachelor of Theology (BTh) Bachelor of Theology/Bachelor of Ministry (BTh/BMin) Graduate qualifications Graduate Certificate of Divinity (GCDiv) Graduate Diploma of Divinity (GDDiv) Graduate Diploma of Christian Studies (GDCS) Master of Ministry (MMin)* Master of Divinity (MDiv) Master of Ministry/Graduate Diploma of Divinity (MMiv/GDDiv) Master of Divinity/Graduate Diploma of Divinity (MDiv/GDDiv) * to be approved Postgraduate coursework qualifications Graduate Certificate of Ministry (GCMin) Graduate Diploma of Ministry (GDipMin) Master of Arts (Ministry) (MA[Min]) Graduate Certificate of Theology (GCTh) Graduate Diploma of Theology (GDipTh) Master of Arts (Theology) (MA[Theol]) Master of Arts (Christian Studies) (MACS) Postgraduate research qualifications Master of Theology (MTh) Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Doctor of Theology (ThD) There are three departments at Ridley, each of which offers different fields of study: Department of: Bible and Languages Christian Thought Ministry and Practice LA - Language TH - Theology EM - Evangelism & Missiology BB - Biblical Studies CH - Church History DM - Developmental Ministries OT - Old Testament PE - Philosophy/Ethics PC - Pastoral & Church Focussed NT - New Testament Ministry Units within these fields are taken at different levels which are indicated by the unit code: undergraduate students 200 (diploma pathway 1) level units 300 (foundational) level units 400 (advanced) level units graduate students 500 (foundational) level units 600 (advanced) level units postgraduate students 700 level units (Masters) 900 level units (Doctoral) Most units are equivalent to four credit points (cps) each. Normally a minimum class size of six is needed for a unit to be available. For more detailed information about any of these courses, please refer to the most current ACT Undergraduate Handbook or Graduate and Postgraduate Handbook. Students enrolled in courses at other universities may apply to their faculty to take foundational unit/s at Ridley and have them credited to their university degree. R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

14 Diploma courses R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Ridley offers the Diploma of Ministry [p1], the Diploma of Ministry [p2], the Diploma of Theology [p2], and the Advanced Diploma of Theology or Ministry courses. The Diploma courses have pathways at both 200 and 300 levels. Diploma of Ministry - pathway one Objective This course is intended as a systematic introduction to the study of theology as a means of preparing men and women for well-informed participation in the life of the church, and for ministry in one or more areas of pastoral practice. Overview The Diploma of Ministry - pathway one is a 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent (up to six years)undergraduate course - at Ridley this course is offered as theological training to students with a NESB background and is only available on a part-time basis. Entry requirements Students from a non-english speaking background require a 6.0 IELTS result with a minimum of 6.0 in each subset. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Structure and points This course consists of 48 credit points of 200-level units: OT201 - Old Testament Foundations OT202 - Prophets and Writings NT201 - Jesus and the Gospels NT202 - Early New Testament Church CH2** - Introductory Church History unit TH** - Introductory Theology unit 4 cps in Old Testament exegesis 4 cps in New Testament exegesis 8 cps in Ministry and Practice OR Christian Thought 8 cps of Electives, which may include Type B electives. Diploma of Ministry or Diploma of Theology - pathway two Overview The Diploma of Ministry or Theology - pathway two is a one year full-time or part-time equivalent (up to four years) undergraduate course consisting of 32 credit points taught at 300- and 400- level, with an emphasis either on Ministry and Practice electives (Diploma of Ministry) or Christian Thought electives (Diploma of Theology). Entry requirements Candidates are admitted on the basis of satisfactory completion of Year 12 or its equivalent, with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) score of no less than 65, or mature age entry if 21 years and older; where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require an overall 6.5 IELTS result with 6.5 results in each subset.

15 ...diploma courses This course consists of 32 credit points of 300-level units: Diploma of Ministry - pathway two OT301 - Old Testament Foundations OT302 - Prophets and Writings NT301 - Jesus and the Gospels NT302 - Early New Testament Church 4 cps Christian Thought (TH, CH, PE) 8 cps in Ministry and Practice (EM, PC, DM) 4 cps Elective from any field of study Diploma of Theology - pathway two OT301 - Old Testament Foundations OT302 - Prophets and Writings NT301 - Jesus and the Gospels NT302 - Early New Testament Church 8 cps Christian Thought (TH, CH, PE) 4 cps in LA, OT, NT, TH, CH or PE 4 cps Elective from any field of study Advanced Diploma of Ministry or Advanced Diploma of Theology - pathway two Overview The Advanced Diploma of Ministry or Theology - pathway two is a 1.5 year full-time or part-time equivalent (up to 6 years) undergraduate course consisting of 48 credit points taught at 300- and 400- level, with an emphasis either on Ministry and Practice electives (AdvDipMin) or Christian Thought electives (AdvDipTh). Entry requirements Candidates are admitted on the basis of satisfactory completion of Year 12 or its equivalent, with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) score of no less than 65, or mature age entry if 21 years and older; where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 6.5 IELTS result with 6.5 results in each subset. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). This course consists of 48 credit points of 300- and 400-level units: Advanced Diploma of Ministry OT301 - Old Testament Foundations OT302 - Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT301 - Jesus and the Gospels NT302 - Early New Testament Church CH305 - Early Church History TH401 - Knowledge of God 4cps Old Testament exegesis 4cps New Testament exegesis 12cps in Ministry and Practice (EM, PC, DM) 4 cps Elective from any field of study Advanced Diploma of Theology OT301 - Old Testament Foundations OT302 - Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT301 - Jesus and the Gospels NT302 - Early New Testament Church CH305 - Early Church History TH401 - Knowledge of God 4cps Old Testament exegesis 4cps New Testament exegesis Additional 4cps in Theology Additional 4cps in Church History 8 cps Electives from any field of study R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

16 R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Associate Degree of Theology Objective This course is designed to provide a solid grounding in foundational biblical and theological studies and to provide an opportunity to undertake specialised study in a chosen field. Overview The Associate Degree of Theology is a two-year full-time or equivalent part-time (up to six years) undergraduate degree. Entry requirements Open as a first degree to applicants who have achieved an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) score of no less than 65.0 or its equivalent. In special cases and in the case of mature-age students (21 years and older), the Australian College of Theology may provisionally admit students, if they have demonstrated practical experience, maturity and motivation, and the likelihood of satisfactory completion of the course. Where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 6.5 IELTS result with 6.5 results in each subset. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Structure and points This course consists of 64 credit points of 300- and 400-level units: Ridley AssocDegTh core units Bible and Languages (24cps - 6 units) OT301 Old Testament Foundations OT302 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early New Testament Church OT4** 1 advanced OT exegesis unit NT4** 1 advanced NT exegesis unit Christian Thought (8cps - 2 units) CH305 Early Church History TH4** 1 Theology unit Ministry and Practice (4cps - 2 units) RYM31 Introduction to Personal Evangelism RYM32 Ministry Foundations In addition to the core units, AssocDegTh students should also complete the remaining 28 cps with a major focus on one of three specialised fields: Biblical and Language studies - 2 CH and/or TH units - 4 units in the LA, BB, OT or NT fields - 1 elective unit from any field Christian Thought studies - 6 units in the CH, TH or PE fields - 1 elective unit from any field Ministry and Practice studies - 4 units in the EM, PC or DM fields - 3 elective units from any field Individual unit outlines provide further detail and list any other prerequisites (please see our website for a brief outline of our units Students who complete the AssocDegTh are eligible to transfer to the BMin or BTh and receive credit for all units successfully completed in the AssocDegTh.

17 Bachelor of Christian Studies Objective This course aims to provide tertiary students with a coherent program of general biblical and theological studies to enable them to apply a Christian perspective and commitment to their life in the world including their professional and vocational life. Overview The Bachelor of Christian Studies is a three-year full-time or equivalent part-time undergraduate degree where one third of the degree is completed at an accredited university in a non-theological field. Two years of theological study is required in this degree. Entry requirements Open as a first degree to applicants who have achieved an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) score of no less than 65.0 or its equivalent. In special cases and in the case of mature-age students (21 years and older), the Australian College of Theology may provisionally admit students, if they have demonstrated practical experience, maturity and motivation, and the likelihood of satisfactory completion of the course. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Study options This degree can be taken on a part-time basis with a maximum of nine years allowed for completion. Structure and points The BChrStud requires the completion of a total of 96 credit points; 64credit points of theological studies - 16 per semester in two years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Most units are worth 4 credit points and are completed in a semester. In addition, 32 credit points from non-theological studies in a coherent area of study are completed. Ridley BCStuds core units Bible and Languages (16cps - 4 units) OT301 Old Testament Foundations OT302 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early New Testament Church Christian Thought (8cps - 2 units) CH305 Early Church History TH4** 1 advanced Theology unit Ministry and Practice (4cps - 2 units) RYM31 Introduction to Personal Evangelism RYM32 Ministry Foundations In addition to the core units, BChrStud students should also complete the following: 2 advanced OT and/or NT exegesis units (8cps) a further 2 CH and/or TH units (8cps) 2 elective units from any field (8cps) 4 cps of independent study that relates the student s non-theological area of study to the Christian faith which is credited to the degree as IN490 the final 32 cps of the BChrStud comprise degree-level study in a non-theological field of which at least 24cps must form a coherent area of study in a distinct non-theological area eg. business, psychology, medicine. This study would be part of an accredited non-theological degree and is to be completed at an accredited Australian (or equivalent overseas) university and would ideally be done simulatenously with the study of ACT units. This is then credited to the BChrStud. Time limits apply. Individual unit outlines provide further detail and list any other prerequisites (please see our website for a brief outline of our units R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

18 Bachelor of Ministry R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Objective This course is designed to provide a solid biblical and theological foundation for Christian ministry with an emphasis on applied ministry skills and practice. Graduates, depending on unit choices within the degree, will be qualified to teach, preach and provide leadership in ministry and pastoral care. Overview The Bachelor of Ministry is a three-year full-time or equivalent part-time undergraduate degree with a focus on ministry and practice units. Entry requirements Open as a first degree to applicants who have achieved an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) score of no less than 65.0 or its equivalent. In special cases and in the case of mature-age students (21 years and older), the Australian College of Theology may provisionally admit students, if they have demonstrated practical experience, maturity and motivation, and the likelihood of satisfactory completion of the course. Where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 6.5 IELTS result with 6.5 results in each subset. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Study options This degree can be taken on a part-time basis with a maximum of nine years allowed for completion. Structure and points The BMin requires the completion of a total of 96 credit points, ie. 16 per semester in three years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Most units are worth 4 credit points and are completed in a semester. Ridley BMin core units Bible and Languages (32cps - 8 units) OT301 Old Testament Foundations OT302 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early New Testament Church OT4** 2 advanced Old Testament units NT4** 2 advanced New Testament units Christian Thought (24cps - 6 units) CH305 Early Church History CH4** 1 advanced Church History unit TH401 Knowledge of God TH402 Doctrine of God and Work of Christ TH403 Grace and Eschatology TH404 Church, Ministry and Sacraments Ministry and Practice (8cps - 3 units) RYM31 Intro to Personal Evangelism (2cps) RYM32 Ministry Foundations (2cps) EM418 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR EM430 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture Ridley Online students Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) In addition to the core units, BMin students should also complete the following: A further 16cps of Ministry and Practice units 16cps of elective units to make up the remainder of the degree In general 16cps in foundational (300 level) units must be passed before a unit at advanced level (400 level) can be undertaken. Individual unit outlines provide further detail and list any other prerequisites (please see our website for a brief outline of our units

19 Bachelor of Theology Objective Designed to provide a solid biblical and theological foundation for Christian ministry with an emphasis on theology and the Bible. Graduates will be equipped to play an important role in the life of the church through teaching and preaching as well as participating in wider debates in the church and society. Overview The Bachelor of Theology is a three-year (full-time or equivalent part-time) undergraduate degree that focuses on Bible units. Entry requirements Open as a first degree to applicants who have achieved an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) score of no less than 65.0 or its equivalent. In special cases and in the case of mature-age students (21 years and older), the Australian College of Theology may provisionally admit students, if they have demonstrated practical experience, maturity and motivation, and the likelihood of satisfactory completion of the course. Where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 6.5 IELTS result with 6.5 results in each subset. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Study options This degree can be taken on a part-time basis with a maximum of nine years allowed for completion. Structure and points The BTh requires the completion of a total of 96 credit points, ie. 16 per semester in three years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Most units are worth 4cps and are completed in a semester. Ridley BTh core units Bible and Languages (40cps - 10 units) OT301 Old Testament Foundations OT302 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT301 Jesus and the Gospels NT302 Early New Testament Church LA004A New Testament Greek A LA004B New Testament Greek B OT4** 2 advanced Old Testament units NT4** 2 advanced New Testament units Ministry and Practice (8cps - 3 units) RYM31 Intro to Personal Evangelism (2cps) AND RYM32 Ministry Foundations (2cps) EM418 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR EM430 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture Ridley Online students Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) Christian Thought (24cps - 6 units) CH305 Early Church History CH4** 1 advanced Church History unit TH401 Knowledge of God TH402 Doctrine of God and Work of Christ TH403 Grace and Eschatology TH404 Church, Ministry and Sacraments In addition to the core units, BTh students should also complete the following: A further 4cps in advanced Old/New Testament A further 4cps in Christian Thought or Bible & Languages 16cps of elective units to make up the remainder of the degree In general 16cps in foundational (300 level) units must be passed before a unit at advanced level (400 level) can be undertaken. Individual unit outlines provide further detail and explicitly nominate any other prerequisites (please see our website for further details R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

20 R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Graduate Certificate of Divinity Objective Candidates with a non-theological background will be equipped to prepare themselves for further graduate study and develop study skills appropriate to theology and divinity. This course is not designed to be sufficient training for people interested in full-time ordained ministry. Overview The Graduate Certificate of Divinity (GCertDiv) is an ideal graduate-level introduction to the biblical and theological foundations of the Christian faith which may serve as a framework for further study. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Entry requirements Applicants must have a degree from an Australian university in a non-theological discipline or an equivalent qualification. Where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 7.0 IELTS result with a 7.0 in reading and writing, and 6.5 in listening and speaking. There is no mature age entry provision as applicants are already graduates. Study options The Graduate Certificate of Divinity provides a six month program of full time study (i.e. one semester). It can also be taken on a part-time basis with a maximum of two years allowed for completion. The GCertDiv can form an early exit point from the Graduate Diploma of Divinity. Structure and points The Graduate Certificate of Divinity requires the completion of 16 credit points (equivalent of four units) at level. 8cps in Bible and Languages (BB, LA, NT, OT) and/or Christian Thought (CH, TH, PE) 8cps of units from any level from any unit field, specialising in the student s area of interest, for example: children s ministry, youth ministry, marketplace ministry, ethics, church history, evangelism and mission, Bible, theology or school chaplaincy. Individual unit outlines provide further detail and explicitly nominate any other prerequisites (please see our website for further details

21 Graduate Diploma of Divinity Objective Graduates will be equipped to serve in their churches and communities with a more informed approach to ministry. This course is not however designed to be sufficient training for people interested in full-time ordained ministry. Overview The Graduate Diploma of Divinity (GDipDiv) is designed to provide candidates with the biblical and theological foundations of the Christian faith which may serve as a framework for further study. Candidates are enabled to reflect on aspects of their Christian faith and practice according to their interests. At Ridley we have three pathways, depending on how you might choose to use your Graduate Diploma: Standard Pathway, for general learning or missions. Marketplace Ministry Pathway, for corporate chaplaincy or to better equip yourself for ministry in your workplace School Chaplaincy Pathway. Entry requirements Applicants must have a degree from an Australian university in a non-theological discipline or an equivalent qualification. Where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 7.0 IELTS result with a 7.0 in reading and writing, and 6.5 in listening and speaking. There is no mature age entry provision as applicants are already graduates. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Study options The Graduate Diploma of Divinity provides a one-year program of study. It can also form the first year of the Master of Divinity (MDiv). The GDipDiv can also be taken on a part-time basis with a maximum of four years allowed for completion. Structure and points The Graduate Diploma of Divinity requires the equivalent of one year full-time study, 32 credit points, ie. 16cps per semester. Most units are worth 4cps and most are completed in a semester. Standard Graduate Diploma of Divinity Pathway Ridley GDDiv core units Bible and Languages (16cps - 4 units) OT501 Old Testamenent Foundations OT502 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early New Testament Church Christian Thought (4cps - 1 unit) TH505 Foundational Christian Beliefs OR CH505 Early Church History In addition to the core units students should complete a further 12cps from the unit pool specialising in the student s area of interest, for example: children s ministry, youth ministry, mission, evangelism, ethics, theology, church history, language or Bible. The Graduate Diploma of Divinity also constitutes the first year of the Master of Divinity. Should a student decide to proceed to the Master of Divinity, the rules for progression and choice of units would need to be fulfilled, and the Graduate Diploma surrendered upon completion of the Master of Divinity. If considering the possibility of articulating to the Master of Divinity, the student should enrol in CH505 Early Church History instead of TH505 Foundational Christian Beliefs. R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

22 R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Graduate Diploma of Divinity pathways continued School Chaplaincy Graduate Diploma of Divinity Pathway Ridley College offers a one year Graduate Diploma in Divinity that trains school chaplains and better equips Christian teachers. Together with a teaching qualification, the Graduate Diploma will provide the formal qualifications required by ACCESS Ministries for its chaplains. Christian teachers will also benefit as they lead Christian studies, CRE, pastoral care and other school-based ministries. Bible and Languages (16cps - 4 units) OT501 Old Testamenent Foundations OT502 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early New Testament Church Christian Thought (4cps - 1 unit) TH505 Foundational Christian Beliefs Ministry and Practice (8cps - 2 units) PC652 Chaplaincy Skills and/or DM614 Chaplaincy in Educational Settings An additonal elective unit should be choosen from the level unit pool, allowing students to tailor the program to their needs and interests. Marketplace Ministry Graduate Diploma of Divinity Pathway The Graduate Diploma of Divinity focused on Marketplace Ministry is offered through Ridley s Marketplace Institute, which is a centre of teaching, conversation, research and resources dedicated to bridging the Sunday/Monday divide. The Graduate Diploma is in keeping with the Marketplace Institute s mission to: ENCOURAGE Christian workers, EMPOWER churches to better support the workers in their congregations, and ENGAGE with both the marketplace and academia to build bridges and prepare the ground for effective ministry in the Marketplace. Marketplace Ministry fulfils a unique role in the workplace. Together with an undergraduate degree, the Graduate Diploma will provide the qualifications necessary to potentially serve as a full or part-time chaplain, or provide training to equip graduates in ministering to others in the Marketplace. Bible and Languages (8cps - 2 units) choosen from: OT501 Old Testamenent Foundations OT502 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early New Testament Church Christian Thought (4cps - 1 unit) PE514 Biblical Theology of Work Electives (20cps - 5 units) PC635 Principles of Leadership & Management PE501 Introduction to Christian Ethics PE620 Apologetics TH505 Foundational Christian Beliefs

23 Master of Ministry Objective The Master of Ministry is similar to the Master of Divinity, offering the same rigorous training, but with an emphasis on ministry, and no requirement to take biblical languages. Graduates will be qualified to teach, preach, provide leadership in ministry and pastoral care. This course is also appropriate for leaders preparing for higher degrees in theology and ministry. Overview The Master of Ministry is designed to guide graduate students in gaining a solid biblical foundation for Christian ministry and also to prepare for advanced degrees in theology and ministry. Entry requirements Applicants must have a degree from an Australian university in a non-theological discipline or an equivalent qualification. There is no mature-age entry provision as applicants are already graduates. Where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 7.0 IELTS. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Study options This degree can be taken on a part-time basis with a maximum of nine years allowed for the completion of the degree. Structure and points The MMin requires the completion of a total of 96cps, ie. 16 per semester in three years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Most units are worth 4cps and are completed in a semester. Ridley MMin core units Bible and Languages (40cps - 10 units) OT501 Old Testament Foundations OT502 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early New Testament Church OT6** 2 advanced Old Testament units NT6** 2 advanced New Testament units Christian Thought (24cps - 6 units) CH505 Early Church History CH6** 1 advanced Church History unit TH601 Knowledge of God TH602 Doctrine of God and Work of Christ TH603 Grace and Eschatology TH604 Church, Ministry and Sacraments Ministry and Practice (8cps - 3 units) RYM51 Intro to Personal Evangelism (2cps) RYM52 Ministry Foundations (2cps) EM618 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR EM630 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture Ridley Online students Guided Spiritual Formation PC649D a - d (4cps) In addition to the core units students should also complete 32cps of elective units to make up the remainder of the degree; a minimum of 16cps of electives must be from the area of Ministry and Practice. Unit selection should also be guided by the following requirements, and students are strongly encouraged to seek course advice early in their degree: A capstone experience OR project must be included in the MMin. See p25 for further information on the campstone experience. Students contemplating further theological studies at postgraduate level should include a research project worth 8cps in their degree. In general 16cps in foundational (500 level) units must be passed before a unit at advanced level (600 level) can be undertaken. Individual unit outlines provide further detail and list any other prerequisites (please see our website for further details R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K

24 Master of Divinity R I D L E Y H A N D B O O K Objective Depending on unit choice within the degree, graduates will be qualified to teach, preach, provide leadership in ministry and pastoral care, and take part in wider debates in the church or society. This course is also appropriate for leaders preparing for higher degrees in theology and ministry. Overview The Master of Divinity is designed to guide graduate students in gaining a solid biblical and theological foundation for Christian ministry and also to prepare for advanced degrees in theology and ministry. Entry requirements Applicants must have a degree from an Australian university in a non-theological discipline or an equivalent qualification. There is no mature-age entry provision as applicants are already graduates. Where applicable, students from a non-english speaking background require a 7.0 IELTS. Eligible students are able to apply for FEE-HELP and Centrelink allowances (AUSTUDY, ABSTUDY, Youth Allowance). Study options This degree can be taken on a part-time basis with a maximum of nine years allowed for the completion of the degree. Structure and points The MDiv requires the completion of a total of 96cps, ie. 16 per semester in three years of full-time study or part-time equivalent. Most units are worth 4cps and are completed in a semester. Ridley MDiv core units Bible and Languages (40cps - 10 units) OT501 Old Testament Foundations OT502 Old Testament Prophets and Writings NT501 Jesus and the Gospels NT502 Early New Testament Church LA004A New Testament Greek A LA004B New Testament Greek B OT6** 2 advanced Old Testament units NT6** 2 advanced New Testament units Ridley Online students Guided Spiritual Formation PC449D a - d (4cps) Christian Thought (24cps - 6 units) CH505 Early Church History CH6** 1 advanced Church History unit TH601 Knowledge of God TH602 Doctrine of God and Work of Christ TH603 Grace and Eschatology TH604 Church, Ministry and Sacraments Ministry and Practice (8cps - 3 units) RYM51 Intro to Personal Evangelism (2cps) RYM52 Ministry Foundations (2cps) EM618 Ministry in Culturally Diverse Contexts OR EM630 Gospel, Church & Australian Culture In addition to the core units students should also complete 24cps of elective units to make up the remainder of the degree. Unit selection should also be guided by the following requirements, and students are strongly encouraged to seek course advice early in their degree: at least 8cps of the advanced Old/New Testament core units must be completed as original language exegesis units; A capstone experience OR project must be included in the MDiv. See p25 for further information on the campstone experience. Students contemplating further theological studies at postgraduate level should include a research project worth 8cps in their degree. In general 16cps in foundational (500 level) units must be passed before a unit at advanced level (600 level) can be undertaken. Individual unit outlines provide further detail and list any other prerequisites (please see our website for further details